Currently holds the office of Alaska House of Representatives - District 14 until January 21, 2025.
Candidate for Alaska House of Representatives - District 14 in 2024 Alaska General Election.
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Get StartedWe need a strong re-entry program from prison and from drug treatment programs so people have the support they need to stay in recovery, find meaningful work, go back to school, reunite with their families and live full lives. The state budget that I supported reflected some improvements this year, but we have more work to do. Learn more
I recognize that many Alaskans rely on their PFD checks to survive, and as your State House representative I am working to protect your PFD. Efforts to reduce the PFD are the most regressive choice to balance the state’s budget and puts the burden on the poorest Alaskans. We must identify revenue sources that are progressive in their impact and that spread the burden to those who can carry it. Learn more
Fight for legislation to improve our state’s family leave, sick leave, child care assistance, nutritional support and programs that help parents support their child’s healthy development Learn more
Strengthen vocational and technical schools so Alaskans can enter the workforce with the skills they need Learn more
Improve access to state funds for pre-K education in Alaska, including Head Start and Early Head Start Learn more
Alaska is a natural resource state and mining is a key part of our economy. However, so are our fisheries. I am opposed to the Pebble Mine Project because I believe that with current technology it is the wrong mine in the wrong location and represents too big a risk to our vital Bristol Bay fisheries business. Learn more
I support responsible exploration, development, and production of oil and gas in Alaska. Currently, the Alaskan economy depends on oil and gas production for jobs and state revenue, and it will continue to be dependent for at least the near future. I am encouraged by new on-shore discoveries and look forward to those projects advancing through the permitting and development process. I will strive to maximize Alaska-hire for any work done in the state. Learn more
I support the pursuit of a natural gas pipeline from the North Slope to market. I am working with the State and project proponents to find opportunities to advance this project to completion. Learn more
We must eliminate any restriction on the collection and study of data associated with gun violence. We cannot properly discuss this critical issue without access to accurate and comprehensive information. We must ensure that law enforcement has the legal tools necessary to take action when a person in crisis poses a threat to themselves or others. I am in support of legislation that would allow law enforcement to remove guns from the possession of someone who represents a threat to themselves or others. Finally, we need a fool-proof national background check system. Learn more
Support legislation and policies to lower the cost of prescription drugs Learn more
Open health care exchanges across state lines so Alaska can team up with other small-population states to expand our coverage pool, wh Learn more
Invest in infrastructure, including broadband networks so everyone in the state can take advantage of high-growth internet-based careers and educational opportunities Learn more
Ensure equal pay for equal work Learn more
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